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Aubry now German: Cologne Sharks are looking forward to a strong playoff fight!
Louis-Marc Aubry will receive German citizenship in 2025 and will become a key player for the Kölner Haien in the PENNY DEL.
Aubry now German: Cologne Sharks are looking forward to a strong playoff fight!
Exciting news comes from the world of ice hockey! Louis-Marc Aubry, the 33-year-old Cologne Haie center, has finally received German citizenship after a long time and hard work. From the coming 2025/2026 season, Aubry will be registered as a German player, which makes him even more valuable for the team. Icehockey.net reports that Aubry has been active in German ice hockey since 2017 and has now lived in Germany for eight years. Before moving to the Haie, he was active at Eisbären Berlin and ERC Ingolstadt, among others.
Aubry is more than just a player for the Kölner Haie - he has established himself as a key player and is known for his physical presence and experience on the ice. Managing director Philipp Walter emphasizes the great sporting and human importance of the Canadian for the team. With his new citizenship, Aubry can play in the PENNY DEL without any quota restrictions, which further solidifies his commitment to the Haie.
Naturalization: A step forward
Aubry's naturalization also opens doors for all of German ice hockey. With recent reforms to naturalization law, the time period for foreigners to obtain citizenship has been shortened from eight to five years. Theoretically, up to 41 players from the first three leagues could benefit from the new regulation, allowing them to play without a quota license. The Ice Hockey News emphasizes that the reform is triggering discussions among those responsible. While some are calling for a regulation that ensures more German-trained players per team, others emphasize the risk of discrimination.
Aubry's personal journey to citizenship required meeting legal criteria, which is still a hot potato in the current debate about integration services. Aubry himself is proud of his naturalization and now calls Germany his home.
Looking into the future
The Kölner Haie are optimistic about the future. With Aubry on the team, it's not just about the next games, but also about the explosive playoff battle that is just around the corner. The center is also impressive in terms of statistics: In the DEL he has already played 371 games with 111 goals and 158 assists. Thanks to his experience and passion, the coming seasons promise further success for the Haie, who are happy about their sporting prospects.
In summary, all eyes are on Louis-Marc Aubry. He is more than just a player - he is a symbol of the integration and rise of German ice hockey. The Kölner Haie have a real stroke of luck with Aubry, and the fans can look forward to an exciting season!